VFL (Victorian Football League)

The Victorian Football League (VFL) is a major Australian rules football competition centered in Victoria, Australia. Established in 1897, it originally featured teams from across the state but became highly popular and influential in Australian football. Over time, it evolved into the Australian Football League (AFL), expanding nationally. Today, the VFL operates as a semi-professional league serving as a developmental competition and reserve league for AFL teams. It showcases talented players, provides entertainment, and supports the growth of Australian rules football at a grassroots level.